Jennie M. Schnaus, 100 years old, passed away peacefully at home on March 30, 2024. 

She is predeceased by her loving husband, Bernard, and sons in law, James Hausknecht and Paul Hafner and survived by her children,  Sharon Hausknecht, Denise Hafner, Gary Schnaus, and Ronald (Roberta) Schnaus.  Also survived by 12 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren, many neices and nephews and special friend, Kathleen Melia.

Jennie was born to Italian immigrant parents, Salvatore and Rosaria  Rosignolo, on July 28, 1923.  As a young woman she worked as a tailor at the Bonds Clothing Shop.  After marrying the love of her life, Bernard Schnaus on May 3rd, 1947, she became a full time homemaker and nurturing mother to her four children.  Both were members of the Church of the Annunciation and later in life, Church of the Assumption and were active in many parish activities.  In their retirement, they traveled to Hawaii, Turkey, Greece, many cities in the USA, and their favorite city of Las Vegas.  Jennie enjoyed social gatherings, bowling, bingo, and cheering on her beloved Yankees.  The last few years, she made a homemade Italian dinner for all four of her children every Sunday capped off with a delicious dessert and card playing.  Her grandchildren and great grandchildren became the highlight in her life and  she made each one of them feel special.

Calling Hours will be 4 to 6 pm on Wednesday April 10, at Richard H. Keenan Funeral Home, 7501 Pittsford-Palmyra Road.  A Memorial Service will follow  at 6PM and a private interment will be on April 11.

The family was so appreciative of the palliative care Jennie received and they request donations be made to:

Highland Foundation, Box 278996, Rochester, New York  14627 in her memory.


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7 responses to “Schnaus, Jennie M.”

  1. Jill Fisher Avatar
    Jill Fisher

    Grandma will be very missed. What a beautiful tribute to a beautiful person. Grandma always made sure everyone knew how loved they were and could always make us smile.

  2. Patricia Bradshaw Avatar
    Patricia Bradshaw

    As a friend of Sharon I often heard about Jennie and how amazing she was. After reading her history I can see she truly was a beautiful woman both inside and out. My sympathy and prayers go out to her entire family in dealing with her loss.

  3. Sandy Spinnegan Avatar
    Sandy Spinnegan

    My beautiful Aunt Jenny .
    Even though we haven’t seen one another very often .,you always made me feel loved .You always made me laugh with your infectious sense of humor.
    So RIP with the rest of the family. I will miss you ❤️

    1. Carrie Dean Avatar
      Carrie Dean

      What a beautiful tribute to a life well lived!! I love seeing the pictures and reading the story of such a special person. To Sharon and all who loved Jennie, my heartfelt condolences to you all!!

  4. Wendy Schneider Avatar
    Wendy Schneider

    Denise, Jessica and Elizabeth, I was very sorry to hear of your mom/grandmas passing. I hope you all know if I could attend her showing I would be there for all of you but know I’m there for you in spirit. Sending my deepest sympathies

  5. Kimberly Cleere Avatar
    Kimberly Cleere

    What a beautiful tribute to your mother, grandmother and GG. I am so happy you all have beautiful memories to carry her legacy on for another 100 years!!! My condolences and prayers to all of you.

  6. Elizabeth Hoagland Avatar
    Elizabeth Hoagland

    Well Grandma, it’s been one week since you left this earth. I hope you are enjoying your time in heaven. I hope you know how much we all love you and how grateful we all were to have you as long as we did. I’ll love you and miss you forever. Thank you for being the best Grandma ever!